passed away peacefully on Monday, April 9, 2012 with family by her side at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital in her 76th year. Loving wife of Ron for 56 years. Cherished mother of Kim (Andy) and Cherie (Rob). Much loved grandma of Tyler, Cameron, Darci and Ryan. A Memorial Service was held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Thursday, April 12, 2012 at 3 p.m. with visiting from 2 – 3 p.m. Reception followed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Smith, Hannah Mae (nee: Clarke)
January 7, 1939 To April 8, 2012
Peacefully and surrounded by love at Lakeridge Health in Port Perry. Hannah Smith beloved wife of Geoff Smith for 55 years. Loving mother of Vanessa, Tracy, Sandra and predeceased by Geoffrey Jr. Dear grandmother of Craig, Holly, Jessie, Eric, Shannon, Alia, Breann, Liam and great grandmother of many. Family and friends were received at the Low & Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry, 905-985-7331, on Saturday, April 14, 2012 from 1-2 p.m. A memorial celebration to celebrate the life of Hannah was held in the chapel on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 2 P.M. A reception followed at the funeral home. Memorial donations to the Humane Society would be appreciated.
Taborski, Lusia (Lucy)
passed away at Lakeridge Health in Port Perry on Friday April 6, 2012. Lucy Taborski dearly beloved wife and best friend of Ted Taborski of Port Perry. Loving mother of Jim (Helen), Renata (Peter) Noble and Andrew. Dear grandmother of Angela, Jennifer, Rachel, Rebecca, Hannah, Daniel, Luke, Jolene and Tim (Selena) and great grandmother of Veanna. Dear sister of Bronia (Henry) Sauter. Lucy will be missed by her nieces, family and many friends.
Family and friends will be received at the Low & Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry, 905-985-7331, on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 from 1-3 p.m. A funeral service to celebrate the life of Lucy was held in the chapel on Tuesday April 10, 2012 at 3 P.M. Interment Pine Grove cemetery , Prince Albert. Memorial donations to Port Perry Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Darby, Kay Ellen
Peacefully, with her husband by her side, on Tuesday April 3rd, 2012, in her 39th year. A talented and creative visual artist with a fiery will, discerning eye and an unending appreciation for nature, animals and sunshine. Fearless devotee of adventure, Kay spent 10 years living and loving the outdoors of British Columbia with her life long companion and best friend Jeff. Through her actions, Kay taught others the value of being thoughtful and the importance of close relationships.She will be fondly remembered and missed by everyone she knew and loved. Private gathering to remember and collect memories of Kay and how she touched the lives of those she loved; to be held for family and friends at Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street South, Uxbridge, (905) 852 - 3073. In Lieu of flowers, donations in her name will be collected for The Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation or Katie's Place animal shelter, Maple Ridge BC.
Johnston, Robert Walter
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Walter Johnston on Wednesday, April 4th, 2012 at the age of 70. Loving husband to the late Ruth Johnston, wonderful and much loved father to Laurie (Jeff), Christine (Gary), Jennifer (Barry), Katie (Gunner) and Ross (Tara) and adored Papa to Megan, Alex, Adam, Lindsay, Allison, Colin, Hannah, Abby, Noah and Maddy. Rob will be missed dearly by his sisters Lynda and Donna and his brother Ian and his four legged pal who never left his side, Max. We are eternally grateful to Pete, Laura, Erick and Greg Fonk, who adopted dad like family and made his time in Sandford a place he truly loved. A celebration of Life was held on Tuesday, April 10th, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at St Paul’s Anglican Church, 59 Toronto Street South, Uxbridge, (905) 852 – 7016. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Low and Low Funeral Home, Uxbridge. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer society or the Uxbridge Minor Hockey.
Grunert, Margarete Elisabeth
passed away peacefully on at Lakeridge Health Port Perry, on Friday, April 6th, 2012, in her 93rd year. Loving mother to Karen (Jim). Devoted grandmother to James MacGregor and great-grandmother to Clarity. She will be fondly remembered by her extended family in Germany. The family would like to thank the staff of the Port Perry Villa and the staff at Lakeridge Health Port Perry for their care. A memorial service took place on Thursday, April 12, 2012 at 2:00 pm with visitation from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. In Margarete’s memory, donations to be made in lieu of flowers to The Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Whitelock, William Henry
passed away at Uxbridge Cottage Hospital On Wednesday April 4th at the age of 88. Only son of Arthur Whitelock and Luella Emrick of St. Catharines. Loving husband of 62 years to Wilma Whitelock (McMaster). He will be sadly missed by son Laurence, daughters Beverley Devonport (Stephen) and Marilyn Fraser (Jamie). Fondly remembered by eight grandchildren, Sean, Kevin and Michael Whitelock; Naomi and Shannon Devonport; Kiera, Laura and Emily Fraser and great grandson Blake Dunne-Devonport. Bill served the country as a Corporal in WWII training soldiers at Camp Borden. He graduated from U of T with a BA and BSW and began his career with the "Y" in Galt. Bill and Wilma married in Cookstown, Ontario in 1949 and later moved to Saskatoon. He spent over 30 years with Montreal Trust in both Montreal and Toronto as a Pension Consultant with the significant achievement of authoring the RIF. He enjoyed his hobby as an amateur radio operator,VE2 BGJ and VE3 CBW, fine dining and french wine. We will miss you Bill. A Memorial Service was held at 11am on Tuesday April 10th at St. James Presbyterian Church on Main St. in Stouffville. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation of Canada.
Volpe, Paul Michael
passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 in his 61st year. Predeceased by his parents Danny and Gerry (nee: Kershaw). Loving brother of Mary Donnelly (Peter) and John. Paul will be missed by his nieces Danielle and Patricia and their children Levi, Gaven and Arden.
A memorial service was held in the chapel at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. with visitation for 1 hour prior. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Evans, Barbara Jean
(nee: Acton)
Peacefully on Friday, March 30th, 2012, Barbara passed away at Toronto East General, in her 77th year. Beloved wife of Ross, caring sister of Gerald (Betty) Acton of Stouffville and Don (Joyce) Acton of Campbellford, loving mother of Beth (Doug, deceased) Wilson, Neil (Rose) Evans, Elden (Shelia) Evans, Grant (Lynne McIlvride) Evans, Janice (Scott) Steeles, Wendy (Brian) Meek. Devoted grandmother of Michael (Peri), Tanya (Jason), Virginia (Stephen), Anna (Owen), Graig (Amanda), Carl (Christa), Justin, Amanda, Carolyn, Stephanie, Jacob, Samantha, Matthew, Brianne, Kirk, Tiffany, Kyle, and Cameron. Great-Grandma of Bryant, Jacob, Levi, Mya, Ella, Berkleigh, Brayden, & Caylee. Barb was a loving wife and Mom who was wholeheartedly committed to God, her family and her church; and notably, she was an actively-devoted member of her community. Barb’s perseverance was exemplified as she coped with a chronic lung disease over the years. The Evans family would like to express their deepest gratitude to their extended family, friends and neighbours who have upheld them with love & support.Visitation was held at Low & Low Funeral Home, 1763 Reach Street, Port Perry (905) 985-7331 on Monday, April 2nd from 2-4pm and from 7-9pm. Funeral service took place in the chapel on Tuesday, April 3rd at 1pm with visitation for one hour prior. Interment will be at the Greenbank Bethel cemetery. In Barb’s memory, the family desires donations to be made in lieu of flowers to support the Epsom United Church or The Women’s Institute for community projects.
Barth, Kenneth Brian (Ken)
Entered into rest on Wednesday, March 28th, 2012 at the Princess Margaret Hospital, Toronto after a courageous battle with cancer. In his 50th year. Ken beloved husband to Judith Harrott, Loving Dad to Ryan and Nikki. Survived by his sisters Kathy, Dorothy (Don) and brother Gord (Wendy). Predeceased by his parents Dora and Louie. Ken will be fondly remembered by his friend and employer Don Cordingly of Uxbridge. A service to celebrate Kenneth’s life was held on Thursday, April 5th, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. from the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street, South, Uxbridge (905) 852-3073. A memorial visiting took place on Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. In his memory, donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation
Smith, Dorothy Alberta
It is with deep sadness that the family of Dorothy announce her passing on Sunday, March 25, 2012 with her loving family comforting her during her final days. Dorothy brought pure joy to the lives of everyone she touched. She was a fabulous Mother to Brian (Paula) of Uxbridge, Cathy Murray (Steve) of Uxbridge and Larry of Scarborough. Amazing Nanny to Kaitlyn and Ryan (Siobhan) Murray and Nicholas Smith, and proud and loving G.G. to Bridget and James Murray who always brightened her day. She was a special sister and friend to June, Francis, Elsie, Jean, Ronnie, Jack, George, Ralph & Jim. Many of Dorothy’s nieces and nephews thought of her as their second Mother & friend. She was such a happy, positive person who loved and cherished all the people in her beautiful life. Dorothy will be missed by us all. A Funeral Service was held in the chapel at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S. Uxbridge (905) 852-3073 on Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Harrison, Ross Herbert
Peacefully on Friday, March 23, 2012 at Butternut Manor in Uxbridge. In his 91st year. Ross, beloved husband of the late Marion Mustard. Dear father to Garry and his wife Yvonne, Gail and her husband David Smith, Gwen and her husband John Scott. Fondly remembered by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Predeceased by his brother Ruben and sisters Velma Ross and Olive Elliot. A service to celebrate Ross’ life was held on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the St. Paul’s Leaskdale Church, 12251 Regional Road #1, Leaskdale, ON (905) 852 - 5921. Visitation from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. In Ross’ memory donations may be made to the CNIB or St. Paul’s Leaskdale Church.
